In the first semi-final of the ACC Emerging Teams Asia Cup on Thursday, December 13, Group A winners Bangladesh will take on Group B runners-up Sri Lanka. Bangladesh, who started off on a shocking note, losing against the United Arab Emirates, recovered well in the last two matches to qualify as group leaders. Sri Lanka, on the other hand, were extremely impressive throughout the tournament but lost against favourites India in the last match to finish second. The two teams now head to the semi-final at Colombo for a place in the final. Fantasy Cricket players will have a field day picking the combined XI as both teams boast of an impressive line-up of talented youngsters. It can get pretty difficult. But to make it a little easier for all of you, here are our top five picks for Bangladesh U23 vs Sri Lanka U23 ACC Emerging Teams Asia Cup semi-final:

1. Mosaddek Hossain - All-rounder, Bangladesh

Having already scored a century in the tournament, Bangladesh's young Mosaddek Hossain has been one of the most impact players in the ACC Emerging Teams Asia Cup. The all-rounder has been the cornerstone in Bangladesh's batting line-up and has performed really well so far. Bangladesh will be banking on him for a good score and picking him could get you a lot of points.

Dream11 Points - 179

2. Zakir Hasan - Batsman, Bangladesh

Another batsman who has turned it around for Bangladesh is opener Zakir Hasan. The southpaw has been a constant support for Mosaddek and has played some mature cricket in the tournament so far. Zakir doesn't lose his wickets so easily and focuses on building an innings.

Dream11 Points - 78.5

3. Kamindu Mendis - All-rounder, Sri Lanka

One of the contenders for player of the tournament, Kamindu Mendis has been incredible so far. While he has shined with the bat, his performances with the ball has also been commendable. Mendis has consistently won matches for Sri Lanka U23 and will play a big role against Bangladesh in the semi-final.

Dream11 Points - 195

4. Avishka Fernando - Batsman, Sri Lanka

Another batsman who has been wonderful so far for Sri Lanka, Fernando has been providing the Lankans with some good starts in the tournament. Scoring two half-centuries so far, Avishka Fernando has been a force to reckon with in the tournament. Fernando will be responsible to give Sri Lanka a good start in the semi-final and if he manages to do that, he can get you a lot of points.

Dream11 Points - 119

5. Nayeem Hasan - Bowler, Bangladesh

One of the dark horses of the game, Nayeem Hasan has been effective for Bangladesh in the tournament so far. With unpredictable spins, Hasan has the ability to confuse the batsmen and is a player for the future. He will have a say in the match and if he performs as expected, you could end up winning a lot of points for your Fantasy Cricket team.